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A New Mexico mountain with Christ at the top is the latest battleground in U.S. immigration debate

Mount Cristo Rey in the Diocese of Las Cruces stands over a disputed patch of borderland that the U.S. government is attempting to seize from the Catholic Church.

Major relics of St. Margaret Mary Alacoque to visit Baltimore basilica

The reliquary that is touring the U.S. weighs nearly 150 pounds with its protective case. It contains St. Margaret Mary Alacoque’s clavicles, two of her ribs, and a small piece of her brain.

Supreme Court says states can ban men from competing in women’s sports

The high court said federal law allows schools to provide separate men’s and women’s sports teams.

Supreme Court preserves birthright citizenship, blocking Trump order

U.S. bishops opposed Trump's executive order, saying the "immoral" directive undermined long‑standing constitutional protections and risked harming families and communities.

Former Freemason and Catholic convert celebrates Nordic bishops’ clarification on Freemasonry

As the Nordic bishops clarify that Freemasonry and Catholicism are incompatible, a Catholic convert reflects on why he left Freemasonry behind.

Sharing Christ at the World Cup: Atlanta Catholics turn global sporting event into mission field

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is taking place from June 11 to July 19 in cities across the United States, Mexico, and Canada.

Champion Shrine to celebrate America’s 250th by honoring Catholic saints, blesseds, venerables

The National Shrine of Our Lady of Champion in Champion, Wisconsin, will host an exhibit July 1–9 honoring holy men and women from the United States.

Supreme Court to review parents’ challenge to law regarding notification of gender transitions

The parents argue that their right to direct the upbringing of their children is in jeopardy. The state continues to defend the law.

San Francisco Archdiocese will pay $395 million to abuse victims, Archbishop Cordileone says

The proposed settlement will "resolve all lawsuits" regarding child sex abuse involving archdiocesan officials, the prelate said in a press release.

Procession urges dignity and respect for migrants at border crossing

The Border Mass 250 included a conversation on immigration with U.S. Catholic bishops, celebration of a Mass, and a rosary procession across the international line.